Cyborg
Cyborg
Cyborg (/ˈsaɪ.bɔːrɡ/; a portmanteau of "cybernetic" and "organism") is a being with both organic and biomechatronic body parts. The term was coined in 1960 by Manfred Clynes and Nathan S. Kline.
Etymology
The term cyborg is not the same as bionic, biomimicry, biomorphism, or android; it applies to an organism that has restored function or enhanced abilities due to the integration of some artificial component or technology that relies on some sort of feedback. While cybernetic organisms have been used in science fiction as a plot device, the concept has been used in a broader context in recent times.
Definition
The concept of a cyborg is often associated with science fiction. However, many artists and designers have tried to incorporate technology into the human body to improve or extend its capabilities. A cyborg can be considered as a being with both biological and artificial (e.g. electronic, mechanical, or robotic) enhancements.
Related Terms
- Bionic: Relating to or involving electronically operated artificial body parts.
- Biomimicry: The design and production of materials, structures, and systems that are modeled on biological entities and processes.
- Biomorphism: A movement in modern design that draws inspiration from the shape and form of biological organisms and structures.
- Android: A robot with a human appearance.
- Cybernetic: The science of communications and automatic control systems in both machines and living things.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cyborg
- Wikipedia's article - Cyborg
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